New Zealand to Host South Africa for Five T20Is in March 2026

The series will get underway at Bay Oval in Mt Maunganui on Sunday, March 15, marking the first international T20 clash between the two sides on New Zealand soil in the 2026 calendar. The action will traverse the country in the following 10 days, before the series finale takes centre stage at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Wednesday, March 25, bringing the  high-octane FTP series to a close.

Ticket information and broadcast details for the series are set to be released in the coming weeks, with cricket authorities  expecting strong fan turnout for the much-awaited FTP clash between two of the world’s top T20 sides.

As a core part of the ICC’s long-term FTP framework, the bilateral series underscores the commitment of both cricket boards to competitive international cricket, offering a platform for emerging talent and seasoned campaigners alike to showcase their skills in New Zealand’s unique playing conditions. With each match set to be a day-night affair, the    series promises thrilling cricket for local spectators and global viewers tuning in to the trans-Tasman rivalry.

South Africa tour of New Zealand 2026 Schedule

Sun Mar15 19:15 local | 18:15 GMT

New Zealand vs South Africa, 1st T20

D/N Bay Oval, Mt Maunganui

Tue Mar 17 19:15 local | 18:15 GMT

New Zealand vs South Africa, 2nd T20

D/N Seddon Park, Hamilton

Fri Mar 20 19:15 local | 18:15 GMT

New Zealand vs South Africa, 3rd T20

D/N Eden Park, Auckland

Sun Mar 22 19:15 local | 18:15 GMT

New Zealand vs South Africa, 4th T20

D/N Westpac Stadium, Wellington

Wed Mar 25 19:15 local | 18:15 GMT

New Zealand vs South Africa, 5th T20

D/N Hagley Oval, Christchurch